What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Specialist position at McLean Hospital?
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Certified Peer Specialist [DBSA] - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance required
Experience
Experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work effectively with colleagues, individual clients, and groups.
- Ability to display a non-judgmental, sensitive approach to clients.
- Knowledge of community and social service agencies.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with clients, family members, and the multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to manage priorities and adhere to deadlines.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and necessary paperwork.
- Ability to effectively use the electronic medical record (EPIC) and Microsoft Office, including Outlook.
- Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and can work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to set limits, to solve problems independently, respond effectively in a crisis, and to appropriately protect confidential information.
- Ability to safely navigate on public transportation and on foot in the community with persons served.
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Occasionally
- Lifting Frequently
- Carrying Frequently
- Pushing Occasionally
- Pulling Occasionally
- Climbing Rarely
- Balancing Frequently
- Stooping Occasionally
- Kneeling Occasionally
- Crouching Occasionally
- Crawling Rarely
- Reaching Frequently
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
- Feeling Constantly
- Foot Use Rarely
- Vision - Far Constantly
- Vision - Near Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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